On Climate: Turning away from science is a costly mistake; our response matters
Rescinding the endangerment finding isn’t a way to eliminate bureaucracy, as our government has claimed. It’s a moral and scientific failure.
Rescinding the endangerment finding isn’t a way to eliminate bureaucracy, as our government has claimed. It’s a moral and scientific failure.
The Greenhouse Gas Inventory provides an overview of the town’s emissions in 2022, benchmarking them against the previous 2018 report. Notable progress was made during that time; Harvard has demonstrated leadership in the adoption of heat pumps, EVs and solar installations. Our tree cover and land preservation plays a significant role in offsetting our emissions but emissions from transportation and housing challenges remain. Scroll down to see our progress through 2025.
On November 13, 2025, The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the Department of Energy Resources (DOER)’s certification of the second group of Climate Leader Communities
October 3, 2025: Since my column last month on the climate repercussions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a number of readers have asked what they can do to help in these dark times…
From Coast to Coast: Thousands Unite to Demonstrate that Clean Energy is Ready Now. Join us at our Sun Day event!
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law this summer, contained numerous provisions, but its most significant changes were in the area of climate change.
Acting like world leaders in deciding how to address climate change, Bromfield students and community members worked together in teams to explore dozens of policies that impact climate change. They selected some, and used the simulator to understand the worldwide impact their decisions likely make.
On Dec 6 2022, the Select Board unanimously voted to approve a Climate Action Plan for the town. This plan was developed by the Climate Initiative Committee in conjunction with several other boards and committees in town.
Dr. Flegal presents: Confronting the Climate Crisis: Science, Solutions, and Hope for a Sustainable Future.
This student conference focused on stories and observations of climate change seen through the eyes of local residents. These stories touched upon personal experience, thoughts, and reflections about climate change. Student organizer Michele Buni, a Bromfield student, gathered a great line-up of speakers.